Eastern Europe provides a unique cultural experience. Its captivating history is evident in the diverse art and architecture, and the geographic wonders that reveal themselves at every turn. A visit would not be complete without a feast of the local cuisine, a night at a classical music concert, and a walk along a romantic bridge with amazing urban vistas.

Day by day Itinerary

You will be transferred to your hotel. Then your time is free to relax or begin exploring. Later, meet your fellow travellers and your Tour Director for a Welcome Dinner. (D)

Day 2

Vienna

On a morning sightseeing tour, visit the Hofburg Palace, once the home of the Habsburg emperors, and view the Belvedere Palace, Prater Amusement Park, the UN Buildings, St Stephen's Cathedral and other reminders of the city's imperial past. The afternoon is at leisure to discover more of Vienna at your own pace. (B)

Day 3

Vienna - Budapest

Journey east and cross the border into Hungary. Continue through the Transdanubian region, reaching Budapest with time to freshen up before dinner. (B, D)

Day 4

Budapest

In 1873, the twin cities of Buda and Pest joined with ancient Obuda to form a new, unified city, Budapest. Charming and beautiful, the city was declared a World Heritage Site in 1987. Your morning sightseeing tour includes views of all the main attractions, the Parliament, Royal Palace and the Castle Hill area, Fisherman's Bastion, Matthias Church, Heroes Square, and Gellert Hill with its Citadel. The rest of the day is at leisure to explore this exciting city on your own. (B)

Day 5

Budapest - Krakow

The road to Krakow winds through the hills and countryside of Slovakia, past the Tatras Mountains, and into the rolling plains of Poland. You'll arrive in time for a relaxing dinner. (B, D)

Day 6

Krakow

A morning sightseeing tour starts with a visit to Wawel Hill, viewing the Royal Castle and visiting the Royal Cathedral. Next, take a walking tour of the Old Town where you will see the Main Market Square and Renaissance Cloth Hall, and visit St Mary's Church. The afternoon is free to go for a stroll, browse through the shops, sample some sernik or szarlotka, or simply relax. (B)

Day 7

Krakow - Warsaw

This morning join a tour of Auschwitz-Birkenau, the notorious concentration camp from World War II and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Later, journey to Czestochowa and visit the Yasna Gora Monastery, known for the blackened picture of the Virgin Mary, popularly called the "Black Madonna." In the late afternoon, arrive in Poland's capital city, Warsaw. (B, D)

Day 8

Warsaw

The 700 years old capital is a symbol of the Polish nationhood and the will to survive against great odds. A sightseeing tour here includes a drive along the famous Royal Route from the magnificent Castle Square to Lazienki Park and Palace, the summer residence of the last king of Poland. Pass by the Palace of Science and Culture (known as the "wedding cake"), the Saxon Gardens, the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, the Monument to the Heroes of the Warsaw Ghetto and the Barbican. Continue with the walking tour of the Old Town, the Old Market Square and St John's Cathedral. The rest of the day is free for relaxing, shopping, a stroll through the city or an optional late afternoon Chopin concert. (B)

Day 9

Warsaw - Poznan - Berlin

Heading west, stop in Poznan for an orientation tour, and then continue to Berlin, today's final destination. (B, D)

Day 10

Berlin

Your morning sightseeing tour features views of the impressive Reichstag and lovely Schloss Charlottenburg. Continue through the city to see famous sights such as the Opera, Schiller Theatre and Kaiser Wilhelm Memorial Church. The afternoon is free to explore this once divided city on your own. (B)

Built on seven hills more than 1,000 years ago, Prague today is a wonder to behold, with beautiful architecture, lush green hills, and graceful bridges spanning the Vltava River. A sightseeing tour starts with panoramic drive past famous Wenceslas Square, the Strahov Stadium and Castle Square. Then, on a walking tour, visit the Royal Castle of Hradcany with the Cathedral of St Vitus, the Old Royal Palace, St George's Basilica and Golden Lane with the Daliborka Tower. Cross the Charles Bridge and walk through the old quarter of Prague to view the Jewish Ghetto, Town Hall and the world famous Astronomical Clock. The rest of the day is free to explore at your own pace. You might want to attend an optional cultural performance. (B)